Contents
- Weather in August
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in August
- Average pressure in August
- Average wind speed in August
- Average humidity in August
- Average rainfall in August
- Average rainfall days in August
- Average snowfall in August
- Average snowfall days in August
- Average daylight in August
- Average sunshine in August
- Average sunshine days in August
- Average UV index in August
- Average cloud cover in August
- Average visibility in August
Weather in August
Temperature
The months of July and August are noted for their peak temperatures in Bald Head Island, with an average high-temperature of 85.6°F (29.8°C).Heat index
Throughout August, the heat index is appraised at a torrid 96.8°F (36°C). Special measures are necessary to avoid heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Persistent activity could result in heatstroke.It is crucial to understand that heat index figures are for shade and gentle wind conditions. With exposure to direct sunlight, the heat index may be increased by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', blends air temperature and moisture content to represent the felt temperature to humans. An individual's perception of weather can be swayed by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and their level of physical exertion. It is noteworthy to mention that direct sunlight exposure can augment the felt temperature, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Juveniles are regularly less conscious of the need to recuperate and rehydrate. Thirst is a tardy symptom of dehydration - hydration, especially during lengthy physical activities, should be maintained.
Evaporation of sweat is the main factor behind the cooling effect of perspiration in the human body. When relative humidity is on the rise, it curtails evaporation, thereby reducing the heat elimination from the body and causing the feeling of being excessively hot. If heat absorption isn't effectively countered by the body's cooling methods, body temperature surges, hinting at potential problems.
Humidity
In August, the average relative humidity is 77%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 19.1 days and typically aggregates up to 3.7" (94mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Bald Head Island, snow does not fall in February through December.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 23min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 8:12 pm. On the last day of August, in Bald Head Island, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 7:38 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Bald Head Island, the average sunshine in August is 10.6h.UV index
June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 during August translates into the following directions:
Sustain precautions and conform to sun safety norms. Preventing sunburn is necessary. Limit your exposure to the sun's UV radiation, which is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., and note that parasols or canopies may not provide full sun protection. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears.
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Average temperature in August
Bald Head Island, NC
- Average high temperature in August: 85.6°F
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (55°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 76.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (77.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (43.7°F).
Average pressure in August
Bald Head Island, NC
- Average pressure in August: 29.99"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Bald Head Island, NC
- Average wind speed in August: 8.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (11.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.7mph).
Average humidity in August
Bald Head Island, NC
- Average humidity in August: 77%
The month with the highest relative humidity is June (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March, October and November (74%).
Average rainfall in August
Bald Head Island, NC
- Average rainfall in August: 3.7"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.83").
Average rainfall days in August
Bald Head Island, NC
- Average rainfall days in August: 19.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (19.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.4 days).
Average snowfall in August
Bald Head Island, NC
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.04").
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Bald Head Island, NC
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are February, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Bald Head Island, NC
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 2min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 4min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in August
Bald Head Island, NC
- Average sunshine days in August: 7.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (7.8 days).
Average UV index in August
Bald Head Island, NC
- Average UV index in August: 7
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in August
Bald Head Island, NC
- Average cloud cover in August: 28
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 26).
Average visibility in August
Bald Head Island, NC
- Average visibility in August: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
Bald Head Island, North Carolina, USA
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